Thus do the gods justify the life of man: they themselves live it--the only satisfactory theodicy!

“When he judged himself, that was his supreme moment.”

“When one has not had a good father, one must create one.”

“Of all evil I deem you capable: Therefore I want good from you. Verily, I have …”

“It is not your sin - it is your moderation that cries to heaven; your very spar…”